Blog - Category: Early Development
15
May 2023
The Effects of Screen Time & Setting Realistic Boundaries
Time on screens is unavoidable in our modern world, but too much is not recommended. Learn how boundary setting can support this...
08
Apr 2022
Mindfulness App Reviews for Kids
With an increased push for mindfulness in schools, how can parents help their children further develop mindfulness skills for their wellbeing?
26
May 2021
Ready, Steady, Go… is Your Child ‘School Ready’?
Getting your child 'school ready' is more than you may think, check out our blog for great tips and information.
15
Mar 2021
Playing as an Adult – A Guide on How to Play as an Adult
Playing is the number one occupation for children, but sometimes as adults we have forgotten how to engage via play. This blog provides real life strategies and ideas to engage with the young people i ...
15
Feb 2021
#Sleepy Time Strategies
Need some bedtime strategies and activities to create a great bedtime routine? Check out our fantastic blog.
18
Dec 2020
The Helpful Elf on the Shelf
This blog provides some alternative activities to get Elf on the Shelf involved in at your home... with the benefit of encouraging positive behaviours.
06
Jul 2020
I’ve been told that my child has ‘Low Tone’...What now? ...
Many parents ask the question about what it means when they have been told that their child has low tone. Here we discuss the nitty-gritty details.
17
Feb 2020
Let’s Get Back to Nature
Children are spending less than an hour a day involved in outdoor and nature play when not so long ago the average was five hours! Find out how nature play benefits the whole family.
20
Jan 2020
Surf, Sand, Sun, Sensory Skills and Smiles
The natural environment of the beach has so many benefits on development and social and emotional wellbeing. Check out some great activity ideas...
02
Sep 2019
How to Put Water Sensitivity Under the Bridge
Water sensitivity can be challenging but our latest blog has some great tips to help make water time a fun time!
05
Aug 2019
Putting the Pieces Back Together in the Classroom
Puzzles are so important for skill development but seem to be missing from our homes and classrooms today. Learn why everyone needs to get puzzling...
28
May 2019
The Lace Race – How To Tie Your Own Laces
Tying shoe laces can be a tricky business. Check out our latest blog for easy to follow instructions and how this helps with fine motor and other skills...
15
Apr 2019
I Want to Ride My Bicycle
Bike riding is another great Occupational Therapy activity for development. Check out our tips on how to help teach your child...
13
Feb 2019
The Never Ending Benefits of Playgrounds
With so many amazing playgrounds around SA, there has never been a better time to explore and teach your children to learn through play...
26
Nov 2018
Who Listens to the Grumbling of your Belly?
Who Listens to the Grumbling of your Belly? Funny question but the answer is your 8th sense...Interoception. Our latest blog explains more.
30
Oct 2018
Positively Squared (Positive Use of Technology)
There are ways to use technology positively. Our blog explores the pros and cons with some great tips.
06
Aug 2018
Touching on Attachment
Read on to learn more about 'attachment' and why it is so important
27
Apr 2018
Shining a Light on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder has life long effects for a child. To learn more read our latest blog...
26
Mar 2018
It's Tummy Time!
Tummy Time. It's an important part of a child's development as well as a great opportunity to spend time together.
08
Jan 2018
Social Skills - The Building Blocks for Life
Learn why social skills are so important for a child and how you can help them develop these life skills...
11
Sep 2017
Handwriting… it’s a tricky business!
Check out our latest blog that show there's a lot more to handwriting than you may think!
21
Aug 2017
What You Should Know About Demand Avoidance in Children with ...
Have you ever wondered why your child feels a strong need to resist normal, everyday demands? Check out some fantastic information on this subject in our latest blog...
10
Jul 2017
Fear of Explosions... Understanding and Dealing with Meltdow ...
The meltdown - the out of control explosion of behaviours that is confronting and distressing for the individuals living with them and those who love and care for them. Learn more about meltdowns...
12
May 2017
How Does Your Child’s Engine Run?
Read on to find out about the Alert Program for Self-Regulation
22
Apr 2017
Let's Talk about Wees and Poos...
Do you feel like you are getting nowhere with toilet training? Read on to get some practical toilet training tips.
05
Oct 2016
Moments of Meltdown
The meltdown, the out of control explosion of behaviours… it’s scary for the individuals living them and those who love and care for them.
05
Aug 2016
'Play' isn't just Child's Play
Play is absolutely crucial for the development of physical, cognitive and social skills.
28
Apr 2016
5 Points of Background around ASD and the 5 Point Scale
Are you aware of your state of regulation? Are you aware this helps you attend to and interact with the world around you?